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Teachers Struggling To Pay For Housing, Even With 50 Hour, Year-Round Work Weeks

Despite the number of teachers working more than 50 hours each week increasing by 43 percent since 1990, our nations' teachers are struggling to afford their own housing. Let's make this really clear: More teachers than ever are working during the summer. More and more of our teachers are working more than 50 hours a week and more than 50 weeks out of the year. Yet they are struggling to afford their housing. Nearly one-fifth of primary-earner teachers are significantly burdened by their … Continue reading...

How to Prepare Your Children For A Move

Let’s face it, for anyone, a move can be a daunting experience. There’s plenty of good things about it - but as humans, we are resistant to change, and we may be afraid of what the future holds in a new house, new town, new environment. Children, however, have a much harder time than adults. One reason is because they’ve had little say in the move. If possible, involve children in house hunting, and let them choose things like which room will be theirs, or colors they can paint it. Find out … Continue reading...

Survey Says: Tampa Is One Of The Best Places To Live In The United States

A survey from Livability just named Tampa as one of the best places to live in the whole country. In all of the nation, Tampa comes in at number 13! Their list is composed of what they say are the "Top 100 Best Places to Live in America." Tampa's come a long way since it scored a rank of 72 on the same list in 2015. So, what did this list take into account? Well, the Livability list looked at many factors to determine the best place to live in the country. It examined factors like housing, … Continue reading...

Extra Factors That Affect The Value Of A Home

Many people are unsure exactly how a house’s value is calculated and are surprised when they learn the value of their own or the price of a house they are considering purchasing. Although the square footage or a home and the quality of the home are important factors, many other factors may be more influential. Location is likely the biggest factor that contributes to the value of a home. Houses that are in areas with low crime, good schools, close to medical facilities and shopping are … Continue reading...

St. Pete’s Students: Apply To Be A Student Ambassadors in Takamatsu, Japan – Deadline Approaching

St. Petersburg’s year summer exchange program is currently accepting applications from St. Pete's students interested in serving as Student Ambassadors in Takamatsu, Japan. This is open to students enrolled as high school juniors this year that live in St. Petersburg Florida. The deadline for applications is at 3 p.m. on Thursday, February 14, 2019. Applications, which you can find here, must be mailed to and received by or hand delivered to the St. Petersburg International Folk Fair Society … Continue reading...

[Watch] Pasco County Deputies Stop, Ticket Wave Of School Bus Passers

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=z527hYu1YXo You may have already seen the video of dozens of drivers passing by a school bus with its red lights on. One woman's video has gone viral in the wake of media reports of deaths around the country at bus stops. When Pasco County parents submitted video complains of this ongoing problem, the Pasco County Sheriff's Office stepped up to combat the problem. The Pasco County Sheriff's deputies waited at the location of continuous multiple offenses as … Continue reading...

Aug 11: Back-To-School Swap At The New Port Richey Library

Looking to save money on back to school clothing this season? Join the community for a Back to School Swap. You don't have to swap to shop. In other words, you aren't obligated to donate clothing in order to participate in the Back to School Swap. If you do have gently used clothing, shoes and accessories though, they'll be put to good use. Join the community at New Port Richey Library located at 5939 Main Street for this back-to-school event. They're also accepting gently used items for … Continue reading...

Florida Back-To-School Sales Tax Holiday

You can save big on back-to-school shopping with Florida's sales tax holiday. On August 3 through August 5, state sales tax is waived on all most school supplies and clothing. Last year, computers were also tax-free, but not this year. So, stock up on dresses, coats, belts and more during this sales tax holiday! Clothing and accessory items costing less than $60 per item that are tax free include: Backpacks Bathing suits Baseball cleats Belts Bras Coats Dresses Dress … Continue reading...

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